How to Pronounce Afflicts

To pronounce "afflicts", say AFFL-icts — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

AFFL-icts

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💡 Tip for remembering “afflicts”

"afflicts" has 2 syllables: affl-icts. It rhymes with contradicts and depicts, if that helps it stick.

What does afflicts mean?

verb

  1. To cause (someone) pain, suffering or distress.
  2. To strike or cast down; to overthrow.

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Words that rhyme with afflicts

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contradictsdepictsconflictsconvictsderelictsrestrictsaddictspredictsinflictsinterdictespictsrichts

Related words

painailtroublesmiteaffectsailsconcernshits

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "afflicts"?▾

"Afflicts" has 2 syllables: affl · icts.

What does "afflicts" mean?▾

Afflicts: To cause (someone) pain, suffering or distress.

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